Conducting Examinations in Nigerian Polytechnics: A Case Study of Kwara State Polytechnic

Olasehinde, Martha O.

Higher Education Studies, v5 n4 p1-5 2015

This paper posits that the conduct of examinations in any educational institution can make or mar the institution, Kwara State Polytechnic inclusive. This is because examinations constitute the hub of any institution. First, the place of polytechnic education in the growth and development of the country is examined. Next, is a consideration of examinations and the factors involved in the successful conduct of examinations in the polytechnics. The issue of examination malpractice is focused upon and the paper is rounded off by highlighting the way forward.